Laois

Laois

With a multitude of activities and a rich, mythological past, Laois is the place to be

Homegrown dishes from Laois
Emo Court
Rock of Dunamaise
Heywood Gardens

From left to right: Homegrown dishes from Laois, Emo Court, Rock of Dunamaise, Heywood Gardens

From top music festivals to the seductive beauty of the Slieve Blooms, Laois is an inspiring county that has a quality all of its own. 

The ever-changing landscape whispers of a rich history and is imbued with myth and legend, and over 1,000 heritage sites take you on a fascinating journey into Laois’s past. 

For a holiday that transports you into an unspoiled natural wilderness then Laois is a perfect destination – among the county’s many activities are beautiful mountain walks in the Slieve Blooms, riding, golfing and barge-trips.

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Noel Duggan Memorial Vintage and Classic Vehicle Show

28 Jul 2013 - 28 Jul 2013

The Noel Duggan Memorial Vintage and Classic Vehicle Show will showcase cars, tractors, engines, motorcycles and items from a...

National Steam Rally

04 Aug 2013 - 05 Aug 2013

The National Steam Rally is the annual steam and vintage event in Ireland, with over 30 steam engines giving working...

Electric Picnic Music and Arts Festival

30 Aug 2013 - 01 Sep 2013

Now in its 10th year, Electric Picnic has become one of the most heralded festivals around the world, receiving critical acclaim...

National Ploughing Championships

24 Sep 2013 - 26 Sep 2013

The National Ploughing Championships (N.P.A) each year attracts an average of over 180,000 visitors over 3 days, 1,100 exhibition...

Slieve Bloom Storytelling Festival

09 Oct 2013 - 12 Oct 2013

The Slieve Blooms is a landscape of mountains, valleys, glens, waterfalls, ancient raths and Medieval castles, in the heart of...

The Hallowe'en Howls Comedy Festival

25 Oct 2013 - 28 Oct 2013

Halloween Howls Comedy Festival descends on the midlands and offers something quite unique and special for the audience. Small...

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The oldest mountain range in Europe is the Slieve Blooms in County Laois.